Winkleigh Primary School
98%
Capacity
205
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Winkleigh Primary School
Winkleigh Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Torridge community, welcoming children from age 0 to 11. The school has 205 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Winkleigh Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Victoria Fenemore, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8640th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 21 in Torridge.
Winkleigh Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 22 applications for 17 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Winkleigh Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Dance, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Torridge, Winkleigh Primary School is one of the options available in the South West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 0 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Farmer Frank's Lane, Winkleigh, Torridge, EX19 8JQ |
| Headteacher | Victoria Fenemore |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 205 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.9% |
| School Capacity | 205 / 210 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8640th of 13,686
Nationally
831st of 1,469
In South West
11th of 21
In Torridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
57%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
22
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (82% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Farmer Frank's Lane, Winkleigh
Torridge, EX19 8JQ
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